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Distance from Sydney to Poltava

Straight line

14,641 km
9,098 mi · 7,906 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 18 h 48 min

Direction

NW 309°
initial bearing

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How far is Sydney from Poltava?

Sydney (Australia) and Poltava (Ukraine) are very far apart: 14,641 km in a straight line, that is 9,098 miles or 7,906 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sydney, Poltava lies to the north-west (initial bearing 309°). The route crosses from Australia into Ukraine. The halfway point is at 14.4652°, 104.1675°.

A direct flight would take about 18 h 48 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Sydney from Poltava?

The straight-line distance between Sydney and Poltava is 14,641 km (9,098 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Poltava from Sydney?

Poltava is to the north-west of Sydney, at an initial bearing of 309°.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Poltava?

A direct flight would take about 18 h 48 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.